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Licensed Practical Nurse- Primary Care
Veterans Health Administration · Rapid City, SD
$48k–$88k/ year
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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Rapid City, SD
The median licensed practical nurse pay in the Rapid City area is $24.02 per hour ($49,970 a year), with the typical range running from $21.11 to $28.05. 20 open roles with published pay are listed for Rapid City. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rapid City.
- $24.02median pay per hour, Rapid City
- $21–$28typical range per hour
- 370licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 20open roles with published pay
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles in Rapid City
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LPN | Cancer Care Institute
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Nephrology
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Gastroenterology
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Pain Managment
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Flormann St | Endocrinology
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | HBO/Wound Care
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Cardiology Clinic
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Primary Care | RCMC Division
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Neurosurgery
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Rheumatology | Flormann Clinic
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Orthopedic Surgery
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Dermatology
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
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LPN | Home Plus
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.87–$29.74/ hour
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
LPN | 5th St Clinic
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
LPN | Medical
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.87–$29.74/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
LPN | Behavioral Health
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.87–$29.74/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
LPN | Lacrosse St Urgent Care
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.00–$28.73/ hour
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Population Health LPN
Monument Health · Rapid City, SD
$25.87–$29.74/ hour
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Named employers near Rapid City, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWho is hiring licensed practical nurses near Rapid City
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Health | 19 | $26.87 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $32.87 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Rapid City, SD
The metro median is 2% above the South Dakota statewide median of $23.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 370 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Rapid City metro area, 5.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.27).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.23 | $40,000 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.11 | $43,910 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.02 | $49,970 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.05 | $58,340 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.20 | $69,060 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Rapid City ranks
- 364th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 329th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (SOC 29-2061), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Rapid City
- Overall prices in Rapid City run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.02 median hour buys what $26.94 buys at the national price level, 10% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Rapid City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$865
- Per year: $43,236
- Per month: $3,603
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rapid City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rapid City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
Travel licensed practical nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Rapid City
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rapid City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Rapid City, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Black Hills Surgical Hospital Llc Rapid City, SD | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Same Day Surgery Center Llc Rapid City, SD | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Pennington County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Pennington County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casper, WY | 177 mi | $28.91/hr | 58,823 |
| Cheyenne, WY | 218 mi | $29.70/hr | 65,704 |
| Bismarck, ND | 224 mi | $29.60/hr | 77,772 |
| Billings, MT | 287 mi | $27.65/hr | 121,483 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 325 mi | $23.71/hr | 209,289 |
| Sioux City, IA | 360 mi | $28.05/hr | 86,875 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in South Dakota · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Dakota
South Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a South Dakota license by endorsement.
South Dakota does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Rapid City
Rapid City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Rapid City, SD?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Rapid City metro area have a median pay of $24.02 per hour, about $49,970 a year. The middle half earn between $21.11 and $28.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rapid City a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Rapid City ranks 329th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 364th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Rapid City?
We list 20 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Rapid City. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rapid City.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Rapid City as a licensed practical nurse?
South Dakota is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a South Dakota license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rapid City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Pennington County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Rapid City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rapid City is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place licensed practical nurses in Rapid City?
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportRapid City, SD · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Monument HealthRapid City, SD · 22 postings$26.87/ hr$25–$30
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 71 postings$31.88/ hr$20–$48
- Acadia HealthcareCanton, SD · 2 postings$30.00/ hr$24–$36
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$31.88High$48
96 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in South Dakota, 56 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 96 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Primary CarePermanent$48k–$88k/ year
- Registered Nurse (Clinic RN)|Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)|Gregory ClinicPermanent$22.50–$41.25/ hour
+ 94 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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